The camera cuts back to Chad Darby, who's been talking into his headset, clearly listening to someone on the other end. He suddenly looks up, a wide grin breaking across his face as he stands, leaning forward over the commentary table.

Darby: Well, folks, looks like we've got a real treat lined up for you next. I've just been informed that the following contest will be for the now vacant HBO Championship! And who better to compete than Carmelo Hayes and the number one contender... RingMaster!

The crowd roars in anticipation as the energy in the arena shifts. The lights dim for a brief moment before Carmelo Hayes' theme music hits, the beat bouncing through the speakers as a spotlight shines on the entrance ramp. Hayes steps out, confidence radiating as he bounces on the balls of his feet, hyping himself up.

Samantha Irvin: The following contest is scheduled for one fall, and it is for the HBO Championship! Introducing first, from Boston, Massachusetts, weighing in at 210 pounds... Carmelo Hayes!

Hayes makes his way to the ring, mouthing off to fans at ringside, his swagger on full display. He slides under the bottom rope and rises to his feet, flexing as he climbs the turnbuckle, staring out at the sea of cheering fans. His eyes gleam with determination as he jumps down and paces the ring, ready for the battle ahead.

The lights flicker once again as the energy in the arena reaches a fever pitch. The sound of shattering glass fills the air, signaling the arrival of the number one contender, RingMaster. The crowd erupts as his entrance theme blasts through the speakers, a clear nod to his mentor, Steve Austin. RingMaster storms out onto the stage, a determined, no-nonsense expression on his face as he cracks his neck and looks down at Carmelo Hayes in the ring.

Samantha Irvin: And his opponent, from Dallas, Texas, weighing in at 252 pounds, the number one contender... RingMaster!

RingMaster stomps his way down the ramp, his eyes never leaving Hayes as he wastes no time getting to the ring. He climbs onto the apron, pulling on the ropes before stepping between them, his towering presence filling the ring as he glares at his opponent. He briefly turns to the crowd, raising one arm in the air, the fans roaring in response, before turning his focus back to Hayes.

The referee holds up the vacant HBO Championship for all to see before calling for the bell, and the match begins.

The action is fast-paced from the start, Carmelo Hayes relying on his agility and quick strikes, while RingMaster uses his size and strength to dominate the early exchanges. Hayes manages to land a few sharp kicks, but RingMaster shrugs them off, responding with a brutal clothesline that nearly takes Hayes' head off.

As the match progresses, Hayes tries to chop down the bigger man with a series of rapid kicks to the legs, but RingMaster stays on his feet. Hayes goes for a springboard crossbody, but RingMaster catches him in mid-air, slamming him down with authority.

Hayes isn't done yet, though. He manages to slip out of a suplex attempt, landing a devastating DDT that plants RingMaster face-first into the mat. Sensing his opportunity, Hayes climbs the turnbuckle, looking to finish things off with his top-rope leg drop. He leaps, but RingMaster rolls out of the way at the last second, leaving Hayes to crash and burn.

Seizing the moment, RingMaster drags Hayes to his feet, positioning him for the finish. With a thunderous impact, RingMaster delivers the Stunner, sending Hayes crashing to the mat. He hooks the leg for the pin.

1... 2... NO!

Carmelo Hayes shoots his shoulder off the mat at the last possible second. The crowd gasps, stunned at the resilience of Hayes. RingMaster looks at the referee with wide eyes, disbelief etched across his face. He runs a hand over his head, frustration building.

Darby: How did Hayes kick out of that?! The Stunner usually puts anyone down!

Hayes rolls onto his side, clutching his neck, gasping for air. RingMaster gets to his feet, glaring down at the smaller man, clearly frustrated. He starts to circle Hayes like a predator stalking wounded prey, the look of disbelief shifting into something more dangerous: anger. His chest heaves as he paces around the ring, planning his next move.

He reaches down to grab Hayes again, but this time Carmelo shows signs of life. He swings a desperate elbow into RingMaster's gut, then another, doubling him over. Hayes, still dazed, fights through the pain and charges toward the ropes. Using the momentum, he rebounds and nails RingMaster with a springboard clothesline. The move doesn't take RingMaster down, but it staggers him.

Fired up now, Hayes ducks under a wild swing from RingMaster and hits a picture-perfect dropkick to the jaw, sending the big man stumbling back into the ropes. Hayes can feel the momentum shifting and knows he needs to capitalize. He leaps into the air, hitting RingMaster with a standing hurricanrana that sends the #1 contender tumbling across the ring.

Darby: And just like that, Hayes is back in it!

Hayes wastes no time, darting to the nearest corner and quickly scaling the top turnbuckle. He perches on top, eyes locked onto RingMaster, waiting for the perfect moment. The crowd rises to its feet, sensing something big is about to happen. RingMaster slowly pulls himself to his feet, shaking off the cobwebs. Just as he turns around, Hayes launches himself into the air with a massive crossbody!

But RingMaster catches him in mid-air!

The crowd erupts in shock as RingMaster, showcasing his raw power, holds Hayes in his arms before hoisting him up for a fallaway slam. He tosses Hayes clear across the ring, sending him crashing hard into the mat. The thud echoes throughout the arena as Hayes' body skids across the canvas, and the crowd gasps.

Darby: The sheer strength of RingMaster is unreal!

RingMaster, determined to end the match, marches toward Hayes, who is struggling to get up, his body aching from the repeated onslaught. He drags Hayes back to his feet and scoops him up, looking to drive him into the mat with a devastating powerslam. But Hayes fights back, wriggling out of RingMaster's grasp and landing on his feet behind him.

Before RingMaster can react, Hayes nails him with a quick enziguri, the sharp crack of his boot smacking against RingMaster's skull echoing in the arena. RingMaster stumbles forward, dropping to one knee. Seizing the opportunity, Hayes rushes forward and nails RingMaster with a low running knee to the side of the head.

Darby: Hayes is digging deep! This kid has heart, I'll give him that.

RingMaster slumps to the mat, clearly dazed from the repeated shots to the head. Carmelo knows he's got a small window of opportunity and quickly scrambles back to the top rope, his body trembling with exhaustion. He looks out at the sea of fans, then down at the prone RingMaster.

Darby: Here we go! If he hits this, it's over!

Carmelo leaps off the top rope with his signature Nothing But Net leg drop, soaring through the air in a perfect arc. The crowd holds its breath in anticipation, but at the last possible second, RingMaster rolls out of the way! Hayes crashes to the mat hard, clutching his back in agony.

Darby: He missed! RingMaster moved!

The crowd collectively groans as Hayes writhes in pain, clutching at his lower back. RingMaster, still feeling the effects of the enziguri and knee strike, pulls himself to his feet, using the ropes for leverage. He shakes his head, trying to clear the cobwebs, his eyes locking onto Hayes once again.

He stalks over to the fallen Hayes and yanks him up by his arm. This time, there's no resistance from Carmelo. The exhaustion is clear on his face as he's barely able to stand. RingMaster slings Hayes over his shoulder in a fireman's carry position. The crowd stirs, knowing that RingMaster is about to put him away with a vicious slam.

But Hayes has one last trick up his sleeve.

With what little energy he has left, Hayes slips out of the fireman's carry and lands behind RingMaster. He immediately drops low, hooking RingMaster's legs and rolling him up in a surprise pin!

1... 2... NO! RingMaster powers out with authority, kicking Hayes off of him with brute strength.

Darby: That was close! Hayes nearly stole the win there!

Carmelo springs to his feet, desperate now. He knows he's running out of options. He bounces off the ropes, charging at RingMaster again, this time looking for a running knee strike. But RingMaster sees it coming and ducks at the last second, sending Hayes into the ropes. Carmelo bounces back, and RingMaster catches him with a massive spinebuster, planting him in the center of the ring.

The ring shakes with the impact, and Hayes lies motionless on the canvas, clearly stunned from the thunderous move. RingMaster doesn't waste a second. He bends down, pulling Hayes up by the head, positioning him for one final Stunner.

Darby: If he hits this, it's over for sure!

RingMaster kicks Hayes in the gut, doubling him over. With a confident smirk, RingMaster spins around and plants Carmelo with a brutal Stunner, the force of the move causing Hayes to flip backward onto the mat.

This time, there's no movement from Hayes. RingMaster drops to his knees, hooking both legs and pressing his full weight down on Hayes.

1... 2... 3!

Samantha Irvin: Here is your winner... and the new HBO Champion... RingMaster!

The referee hands RingMaster the HBO Championship as the crowd explodes with a mix of cheers and boos. He stands tall in the center of the ring, hoisting the championship high above his head, sweat dripping from his face as he soaks in the moment. The camera zooms in on RingMaster's determined expression, showing the pride and satisfaction of his hard-earned victory.

Darby: RingMaster has done it! He's the new HBO Champion, and he did it in dominant fashion. Hayes gave it everything he had, but tonight was RingMaster's night.

The crowd's reaction continues to echo throughout the arena as RingMaster stands on the turnbuckle, raising the title high for all to see, a clear signal that he is ready to take his place at the top of the mountain. Hayes, still down on the mat, slowly rolls out of the ring, his body battered and bruised, but there's no shame in his eyes. He fought hard, and the fans respect that.

As RingMaster continues to celebrate, the camera catches one last shot of the new champion, standing tall in the ring, the HBO Championship gleaming in the spotlight. The scene fades to black, but the message is clear: RingMaster is here to stay.